Spring is returning to the Belleville area, and our real estate agents are ready for it! There's a lot to see and do in Southern Illinois this season as the region features fun events and festivities. If you're looking for something to do in Belleville in March, these are some of the events we're most looking forward to!

• Saint Patrick's Day Parade & Block Party - 23 West Main St, Belleville, IL 62220
  Belleville knows how to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day in style, and this year the annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade will kick off at 10 am on Saturday, March 11. The block party that follows will include live music, food trucks, and a host of family-friendly fun and games. The parade takes place on Main Street in the heart of Downtown Belleville, and it also offers a great opportunity to take a look at some of these beautiful Belleville homes for sale. 
  
  
• Lucky Leprechaun 5k - 721 E Main St, Belleville, IL 62220
  If you're planning on being up bright and early on the morning of March 11 and are looking for a good way to get your blood pumping before the parade, consider participating in the annual Lucky Leprechaun 5k. The race gets underway at 8 am and follows a charming course through the heart of Belleville. Medals are awarded to top finishers, and t-shirts are available for all participants.
  
  
• Belleville Antiques & Collectibles Flea Market - 200 S Belt E #2650, Belleville, IL 62220
  We're always excited to check out the Belleville Antiques & Collectibles Flea Market, which is held on the third full weekend of each month at the Belle-Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center. The upcoming market on March 18 and 19 is shaping up to be a great one, with between 300 and 400 vendors offering a dizzying array of goods ranging from vintage clothing and antique furniture to collectibles and trinkets of all kinds. The flea market is held from 9 am to 4 pm on both days and includes both indoor and outdoor areas.
  
  
• Beauty & the Beast Presented by OTHS - 650 Milburn School Rd, O'Fallon, IL 62269
  Mark your calendar on March 31 for a chance to experience Beauty & the Beast, presented by O'Fallon Township High School. This stage version, based on the Academy Award-winning Disney classic, features incredible costume and set design, as well as all the classic songs composed by Alan Menken and Tim Rice.
  
  
• Trivia Night at Millpond Brewing & Incubator - 308 E Washington St, Millstadt, IL 62260
  Located just 15 minutes from Belleville in the community of Millstadt, Millpond Brewing & Incubator is one of the best local hometown breweries in the region. In addition to an ever-changing selection of craft brews, Millpond Brewing hosts a wide range of events, including a monthly Trivia Night on the third Thursday of the month. Get your team together and study up for this month's Trivia night on March 16!
  
  
• Spring Native Plant Sail - 29 E Main St, Belleville, IL 62220
  The annual Spring Native Plant Sale at HeartLands Conservancy kicks off on March 28 this year! This is a great opportunity to pick up some local plant life for your garden or landscape. HeartLands Conservancy is a great local organization that does a lot for the parks and community gardens here in Belleville; check out their calendar for other upcoming events.

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